Looking for an opportunity to drive strategy and performance of a national student housing portfolio? Hays has just the role for you!

Our Property & Asset Management team have partnered with a New York-based real estate operator/investor in their search for a VP of Asset Management. Joining an industry-leading name within the student housing industry, you will be tasked with overseeing a diverse portfolio of properties strategically located within reach of some of the nation’s largest colleges. The role will see you take full accountability for the financial performance, operational efficiency, and renovation initiatives of each asset within your portfolio.

As the VP, you will be tasked with the preparation of detailed financial analyses to support budget planning and ongoing evaluations of revenue and expenses. This includes developing annual operating and capital budgets in collaboration with third-party property management teams. A key part of your responsibilities will involve monitoring leasing activities, adjusting rental rates, and refining business strategies in real-time to optimize asset performance in dynamic market conditions.

This is a hybrid position, with the successful candidate expected to work out of the group's New York office 2–3 days per week, as well as travel across the portfolio on a monthly basis.

If you are an experienced Asset Manager, with over 5 years of experience in student housing operations & finances across multiple regions, click apply now!